Took a group of eight up on a beautiful sunny day. Fun ridge. Trip down took some extra time as we were distracted by a ton of ripe huckleberries lining the trail. Took a refreshing dip in McDonald lake afterwards.

i came extremely close to the summit--a wonderful climb on one of my favorite mountains in glacier park, despite falling short. upon discussing my route with a veteran gnp climber i discovered exactly where i went wrong (aside from wearing lousy boots that gave me blood blisters!). it was a beautiful day during a wonderful summer, and i had the mountain entirely to myself. can't wait to give it another shot!

Climbed with Moni Spicker and Bill Bishop on an exceptional clear, crisp late fall day. A bit of new snow hanging on in shaded areas and a beautiful mountain goat with his new clean full winter coat. A great last climb of the season.